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Every morning, we compile the links of the day and dump them here… highlighting the big storyline. Because there’s nothing quite as satisfying as a good morning dump. He’s come to London to work in the studio for NBC Sports on Olympic basketball, but his trip’s been an excuse to grab a notebook and visit [...]

When Ray Allen left Boston for the Miami Heat, my first thought was: “Damn we’re going to miss his clutch 3′s.”  My second thought was: “Damn I’m really going to miss his sweet J’s.”  No..not those J’s-his Jordans. During his time with the Celtics, Ray wore some sweet Air Jordan player exclusives. I doubt we [...]

The Boston Celtics made the resigning of Keyon Dooling and the free agent signings of  big man Jason Collins, & Summer League team members Jamar Smith and Dionte Christmas official today. You can see the official press releases by clicking each name. As always, the terms of each deal were “not disclosed”. Still no news on the Jeff [...]

The guys at The Two Man Game – ESPN’s Mavericks blog- have declared today, “Jason Terry Day.” They’re reminiscing about the Jet’s days in Dallas. If you’re curious about Terry’s skills and personality, read on: The hardwood floor is a stage on which he must perform, but JET goes through more effort to enhance his [...]

Every morning, we compile the links of the day and dump them here… highlighting the big storyline. Because there’s nothing quite as satisfying as a good morning dump. The only veteran holdover [for the Houston Rockets] of any consequence is Kevin Martin. Since June 27, Morey has traded or released six rotation regulars from last [...]

Ben Rohrbach over at WEEI.com always has some great Celtics videos in his “Irish Coffee” segments. His latest, “Everybody Loves Rajon”, includes some of Rajon Rondo’s funniest quips, one-word answers and comebacks from last season’s postgame interviews. Look for cameos from a virtual who’s who of Celtics media including Jess Camerato & Gethin Coolbaugh. [...]

I’ve had some time to digest the Celtics offseason moves, and I like what the C’s have done to upgrade their roster. However, it’s not enough to beat the Miami Heat should the teams meet up in the Eastern Conference playoffs next season. Danny and Doc improved the club by resigning Brandon Bass, Jeff Green, [...]

Every morning, we compile the links of the day and dump them here… highlighting the big storyline. Because there’s nothing quite as satisfying as a good morning dump. Over the weekend, Columbus Ohio’s Rodgers Neighborhood Basketball held its annual RNB Classic.  It’s an event that not only raises money for a valuable community resource, it’s [...]

Our latest poll is over, and you have chosen Rondo’s Nike Hyperdunk low p.e.’s as the winner. They beat out another nice shoe, KG’s Anta away signature kicks, by getting  65% of your votes. Now, onto the next two seeds… 10) Rajon Rondo Nike Huarache 2K4 (Kobe) The Nike Huarache 2K4 Kobe edition was one of [...]

I tuned in to watch Team USA play France this morning and was surprised to see Doc Rivers as NBC’s studio analyst for basketball. Doc’s great on TV – smart, candid analysis with a smooth delivery. Team USA pounded France, 98-71, behind Kevin Durant’s 22 points and 9 rebounds. [...]